Strategic Marketing Manager

North Star Imaging (NSI), is a global organization that designs, manufactures, sells and services 2D digital and radiography and 3D computed tomography equipment. You will find that our established strength, commitment to our core values and team focus provides an engaging work environment and offers exceptional opportunities for personal and career development.

NSI is part of Illinois Tool Works (ITW), a global Fortune 250 diversified industrial manufacturer of value-added consumables and specialty equipment with related service businesses.

We have an exciting opportunity available for an experienced Marketing Manager to lead all aspects of the marketing function including product marketing, marketing communications and product development from ideation to commercialization focused on driving organic growth and profitability. This will be achieved in part through the development and implementation of growth plans comprised of goals, strategies, and tactics for the global market. In addition, this role is responsible for developing a growth-oriented culture that invests in organizational development and, as part of the ITW operating philosophy, will champion the application of the ITW frameworks, values, and continuous improvement principles.

Successful applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in a business or technical field as well as 10 plus years of progressive marketing, sales, or product management experience in a technical capital equipment B2B environment. Advanced technical or business-related degree an advantage. This role is located at NSI’s Rogers, MN facility with up to 30% travel.

Additional requirements include:

• A business-minded problem solver with a demonstrated ability to link key initiatives with their impact on profitability and a history of implementing innovative concepts that achieve long-term success.
• The ability to collect disparate data streams and distill them into meaningful and, ultimately, actionable strategic recommendations. This encompasses customer, constituent, and competitive environments. A track record of identifying profitable business segments and separating those from unprofitable ones is a necessity.
• Provide strategic oversight and leadership for all aspects of marcom including; digital marketing, website management, customer surveys, and lead management.
• Experience team leader and a strong coach with the ability to hire, develop and retain a diverse pipeline of great talent.
• A global mindset. Must be culturally aware and be able to build constructive and effective relationships across the organization.
• A positive attitude focused on understanding, anticipating, and responding to the needs of our customers, both internal and external to the department and organization.

Take this opportunity to join a professional and successful team where you can make a significant impact immediately. Enjoy competitive compensation and generous benefits that includes health, dental, life and LTD insurance, paid parental leave, 401k (with match), and a generous tuition reimbursement program.

NSI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.